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History quiz

QUESTION: What was notable about the Cornish Wrestling match between Alf Davey and John Shea held in Ishpeming on July 20, 1907?

A. For many years it held the record as the longest wrestling match in history.

B. The crowd of spectators supporting Davey started a riot when Shea won.

C. Shea threw Davey into Lake Angline and was disqualified from the match.

ANSWER: A, although it has since been surpassed, for many years it held the record as the longest wrestling match in history, lasting 11 ½ hours before the first fall.

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